Spain Holidays 2026/2027

Book holidays to Spain with Thomas Cook and get ATOL & ABTA-protected packages with flights from the UK from £109pp. Whether you’re after a cheap Spain holiday on the Costas, an all inclusive holiday to Spain in Tenerife, a family week in Majorca or year-round winter sun in the Canary Islands, we’ve got packages across the 2026 and 2027 season departing from airports across the UK. Search, compare and book your perfect Spain holiday below.

Spain holidays at a glance:

• Best for: Families, couples and easy-going breaks
• Flight time: 2-3 hours (mainland & Balearics), 4-4.5 hours (Canaries)
• Best months: April-June, September-October; Canaries year-round
• Top regions: Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, Costa Brava, Majorca, Ibiza, Menorca, Canary Islands 

 

Types of Spain holidays

Beach holidays to Spain

Beach holidays to Spain suit those who like to let the day unfold at its own pace. Spain’s coastline spans thousands of miles, from the sheltered coves of the Costa Brava to the wide sandy beaches of the Costa del Sol and the dramatic shores of Tenerife.

Best for: Families, couples and anyone who wants proper rest, gentle days by the sea and well-set-up resorts.

Top areas: 

• Costa del Sol – Marbella and Málaga: golden beaches, beach clubs, evening catamaran trips

• Costa Blanca – Benidorm and Alicante: soft sand, lively promenades, watersports on tap

• Costa Brava – Lloret de Mar and Tossa de Mar: hidden coves, snorkelling, coastal strolls
   

Explore: Costa del Sol | Costa Blanca | Costa Brava

 

Island holidays

Spain’s islands offer something for every traveller, from Ibiza’s legendary nightlife and Majorca’s historic towns to Menorca’s quiet coves and the Canary Islands’ volcanic landscapes. The Canaries are warm year-round, making them Spain’s best option for a winter sun holiday.

Best for: Couples, families and travellers who want beach time with the option to explore. 

Top areas:

• Ibiza: whitewashed streets, secret calas like Cala Comte, nightlife that goes on
   
• Majorca: Serra de Tramuntana hikes, Palma’s old town, beaches like Es Trenc
   
• Menorca: green hills, turquoise coves, family-friendly calm
   
• Canary Islands: volcanic landscapes, surfing beaches, nature reserves
   

Explore: Ibiza | Majorca | Menorca | Canary Islands

Canary Islands holidays

The Canary Islands work when the rest of Europe doesn't. Year-round warmth, reliable sun and short flights from the UK make them one of the few destinations that hold up in January as well as July.

Best for: Winter sun, families, couples and anyone who wants guaranteed weather outside of peak summer.

Top areas:

• Tenerife – Costa Adeje and Playa de las Américas for resorts; Mount Teide for something different
• Gran Canaria – Maspalomas dunes, Playa del Inglés for nightlife, Puerto Rico for families
• Lanzarote – volcanic landscapes, quiet coves and Playa Blanca for a relaxed pace
• Fuerteventura – long sandy beaches, Corralejo for watersports, natural parks for walkers

Explore: Tenerife | Gran Canaria | Lanzarote | Fuerteventura

All Inclusive & package holidays

Book an all inclusive holiday to Spain and everything is covered: flights, hotel and meals, leaving you free to relax from the moment you arrive. Thomas Cook package holidays to Spain are ATOL & ABTA protected, from £109pp.

Best for: Families, first-time visitors and anyone who wants clear costs, easy planning and a relaxed, low-effort holiday. 

Top areas: 

• Resorts in Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas: pools, evening shows, kids’ clubs, and meals included
• Palma Nova: perfect for sunbathing, beach walks, and casual local exploration

 

Explore: Palma Nova

 

Villa holidays in Spain

Villa holidays in Spain offer more space, a private pool and the freedom to come and go as you please. They suit families, groups of friends and couples looking for a quieter, self-contained break away from resort hotels.

Best for: Families, groups of friends and couples who want more room, flexible mealtimes and a quieter home-to-home feel. 

Top areas:

• Majorca & Ibiza: villas near beaches and charming towns

• Costa Brava: hillside homes with sea views and easy access to hidden coves

Holidays for families

Spain is set up well for family travel. Shallow beaches, waterparks and resort infrastructure mean you spend less time planning and more time actually relaxing.

Best for: Families with young children, multi-generational groups and first-time family holidays abroad.

Top areas:

• Tenerife – Siam Park is Europe's top-rated waterpark, with rides for all ages
• Majorca – Alcudia has calm shallow water and a long sandy beach ideal for young children
• Costa Dorada – Salou sits next to PortAventura, one of Europe's biggest theme parks
• Gran Canaria – Maspalomas suits families who want beach days without the noise of livelier resorts

Explore: Family holidays in Spain

Holidays for couples

Spain gives couples enough variety to make the trip feel like more than just a beach break, without having to plan hard to get there.

Best for: Couples who want atmosphere, food and the option to explore as well as relax.

Top areas:

• Ibiza – quieter coves like Cala Comte and Sant Josep for daytime; the west coast for sunsets
• Seville – tapas bars, Moorish architecture and flamenco shows in the evenings
• Marbella – Costa del Sol at its most polished, with beach clubs and a well-preserved old town
• Menorca – unhurried pace, turquoise coves and far fewer crowds than its neighbours

Explore: Couples holidays in Spain

Cheap & shoulder-season holidays

Cheap holidays to Spain are easiest to find in April, May, September and October — shoulder months with warm weather, lower prices and quieter resorts.

• Weather in Spain in April and May: ideal for sightseeing or early beach walks
   
• Weather in Spain in September and October: still sunny, still warm, still inviting
   
• Great destinations include Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, and the Canary Islands
   
• Explore markets, historic towns, tapas bars, and beaches without the crowds

For cheap holidays to Spain in winter, the Canary Islands are the exception — Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura stay warm year-round, making them ideal for November through March winter sun breaks.

 

Mainland Spain holidays 

Beyond the islands, mainland Spain holidays offer a different kind of trip entirely — one built around culture, food, architecture and some of Europe’s best city breaks. Barcelona is the obvious starting point: the Sagrada Família, Gothic Quarter and beaches within walking distance of each other. Madrid suits art lovers and those who want to eat late and stay out later.
For beaches on the mainland, the Costas stretch from the Costa Brava in the north all the way down to Andalusia. Holidays to mainland Spain are best from April through to October, with May, June and September offering the best balance of warmth and value.
Best for: Couples, culture lovers, city-break fans, and foodies.
Explore: Barcelona | Madrid | Seville | Costa del Sol
 

When to book your holiday to Spain in 2026

The Spanish mainland and Balearic Islands are best from April through to October, with July and August the hottest and busiest months. If you’re looking for cheap holidays to Spain, shoulder months with May, June, September and October offer the best combination of sunshine and value.
The Canary Islands — Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura — are warm throughout the year, making holidays to Spain in winter a realistic option from November through to March.
For Spain holidays 2026 and 2027, Balearic peak-summer availability goes fast. Booking early secures the best hotels, board basis and departure airports. Last minute holidays to Spain in September and October can offer strong value for flexible travellers.
 

5 reasons to choose Spain for your next holiday

1. You don’t have to choose one kind of holiday
It’s easy to mix beach time, culture, and good food all on the same day and without travelling too far. 

2. It works for how you travel
Spain suits families who need ease, couples who want atmosphere, friends chasing a buzz, and solo travellers looking for calm. 

3. It’s realistic, not remote
Short flights from the UK, frequent departures, and a wide choice of hotels in Spain make planning straightforward. 

4. The seasons are flexible
Spain doesn’t peak and vanish. Spring and early autumn bring warm days without the crowds, while the Canary Islands offer winter sun when much of Europe cools down. 

5. There’s more than the beach, if you want it
The beaches are stunning, but Spain rewards curiosity too. Markets, food, walking routes, small towns, and everyday rituals add texture – the sense that you’re somewhere lived in, not just passing through.

 

More travel guides

We also have travel guides available for destinations, including: Andalusia | Balearic Islands | Barcelona | Canary Islands | Costa Almeria | Costa Blanca | Costa Brava | Costa Dorada | Costa del Sol | Fuerteventura | Gran Canaria | Lanzarote | Tenerife | Ibiza | Madrid | Malaga | Majorca | Menorca

 

Our Spain holidays guide was last revised and updated in May 2026.